Veterinary Assistant - Emergency

BluePearl Pet Hospital; Skokie (IL); On-site; USD 27,992 - 41,328; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Trupanion pet insurance

Discounts on pet treatments and food

Annual continuing education allowance

BluePearl University training

Job summary

BluePearl Pet Hospital in Northfield, IL seeks an experienced Veterinary Assistant for our fast-paced emergency department. The role includes triaging emergency cases, assisting veterinarians, and performing diagnostics while maintaining high standards of patient care.

The position emphasizes nursing care, client communication, and adherence to RECOVER CPR guidelines. Competitive shift differentials and a comprehensive benefits package are offered.

Qualifications

• Triage emergency cases and provide nursing care to patients.
• Assist DVM with estimates and discuss care plans with clients.
• Perform diagnostics (radiographs, lab work) and manage ICU/inpatient patients.

Responsibilities

• Provide nursing care to patients per hospital standards.
• Report patient signalment, problem list, and plan during rounds.
• Understand classifications and monitor responses to commonly used medications.
• Administer medications via appropriate routes and duration.
• Perform phlebotomy and basic physical exams.
• Assist with anesthesia/monitoring equipment for ASA I/II patients.
• Stay current on RECOVER CPR guidelines and roles.

Skills

Nursing care

Triage emergency

Diagnostics

Phlebotomy

Anesthesia monitoring

Client communication

CPR knowledge

Medication administration

Job description

BluePearl Pet Hospital in Northfield, IL is seeking a knowledgeable and skilled Veterinary Assistant to join their fast-paced emergency department.

Pay range: $20.32 - $30.00. This pay band is dependent on local veterinary licensing, experience, and advancement through our competency assessment tool.

Competitive Shift Differentials: Earn more with our shift differentials!

• Weekday Night (Mon-Fri 6p to 8a): $4.00
• Weekend Day (Sat-Sun 8a to 6p): $4.00
• Weekend Night (Sat-Sun 6p to 8a): $5.50

Our Veterinary Assistants triage emergency cases as they come in and assist DVM with crafting and going overestimates as needed. In addition, they perform diagnostics (radiographs, labwork, etc), set patients up in ICU or Inpatient ward, discharge patients, and handle client communication.

As An Emergency Veterinary Assistant, You Will

• Provide nursing care to patients according to hospital standards of care and core values.
• Report patient signalment, problem list, and plan during nursing rounds.
• Understand classification of commonly used medications, associated side effects, and appropriately monitor therapeutic response.
• Administer medications via appropriate routes and duration.
• Perform phlebotomy.
• Perform physical exam; accurately count heart, pulse rate, capillary refill time, mucous membranes, temperature, respiratory rate, and effort.
• Possess working knowledge of anesthesia/monitoring equipment and assist with patients assigned ASA I or II classifications.
• Remain current on R.E.C.O.V.E.R CPR guidelines and demonstrate proficiency in designated role as assigned by attending clinician and/or supervisor.

Why BluePearl?

• Our passion is pets. We offer Trupanion pet insurance and discounts to our associates for pet treatments, procedures, and food.
• We encourage you to grow with us. Associates are leveled by their skillset and move up in level as they gain more skills and experience. We focus on developing associates into leaders through talent development programs and leadership workshops. As a member of Mars Veterinary Health, associates have endless opportunities to advance in their career.
• To transform and lead the industry through innovative quality medicine and care, we understand the importance of continuous learning. We offer annual continuing education allowance, free continuing education sessions, our BluePearl University for training, and our clinicians have access to over 2,000 medical journals.
• We value your health and well-being as an associate by providing you with the following benefits:
• Medical, dental, vision, and life insurance options.
• Parental leave benefits.
• Flexible work schedules.
• 401k and retirement planning.
• Paid time off and floating holiday plans.
• A regional licensed social worker who can provide guidance, advice, and tips/tricks on maintaining a healthy lifestyle while working in a fast‑paced emergency and specialty care environment.
• We promote a family-like culture in our hospitals. We are all in this together and believe in working together to lead the industry by enriching lives through remarkable care for pets.

This position is not eligible for visa sponsorship or sponsorship transfer. Applicants must possess unrestricted, current authorization to work in the U.S. and not require future sponsorship for an employment‑based green card.

BluePearl is committed to a diverse work environment in which all individuals are treated with respect and dignity. We are an equal opportunity employer and you will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, national origin, religion, creed, sex, age, disability, genetic information, marital status, citizenship status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, protected veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by law. If you need assistance or an accommodation during the application process because of a disability, it is available upon request. The company is pleased to provide such assistance, and no applicant will be penalized as a result of such a request. We are an Equal Opportunity Employer and a Drug Free Workplace.